Supervisor, Liquefied Natural Gas Plant

Eversource Energy•Waterbury, CT

23h

About The Position

Responsible for the operation and maintenance of LNG/LPG facilities, ensuring that training, operator qualification, operations, and maintenance comply with 49 CFR 193, NFPA 59A, and applicable state requirements. The role oversees plant and control room activities to support safe, reliable operations and public and employee safety. It includes filling in for shift work as needed, developing and overseeing budgets, coordinating with Gas Control on plant operations and inventory management, and maintaining relationships with public safety officials and Eversource Gas Operations. The position also manages emergency and alarm responses and may be assigned to support emergency restoration outside normal responsibilities, hours, or location.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in an applied science or equivalent experience.
Five or more years of related experience.
Knowledge of basic thermodynamics, cryogenics, compressors, motors, pumps, refrigerant systems, valves, electronic instrumentation, maintenance scheduling, and the operator qualification process.
Ability to use computer systems to run plant operations.
Ability to function under stress in emergency situations, analyze situations, and make timely, sound decisions.
Knowledge of NFPA 59, NFPA 59A, and 49 CFR Parts 193 and 192.
Ability to speak to public organizations about technical matters regarding LNG/LPG plant operations.
Competency and proficiency in oral and written communication.
Customer-driven approach; initiative; willingness to accept responsibility and hold others accountable; ability to facilitate teamwork; analytical thinking and sound decision-making; and ability to solve problems and respond appropriately and constructively to employees.
Ability to obtain and maintain required Operator Qualifications (OQs).
Ability to pass the required LNG physical within 30 days of hire.
Must be available for emergency restoration assignments and travel between Massachusetts, Connecticut, and New Hampshire as necessary.
Applicants requiring immigration-related sponsorship to start employment with Eversource will not be considered.

Nice To Haves

Supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

Provide overall supervision of LNG/LPG facility operations and maintenance.
Ensure plant personnel receive required training and operator qualifications to safely perform LNG/LPG functions under federal and state codes.
Ensure plant operations and maintenance comply with applicable codes and standards, with emphasis on public and employee safety.
Coordinate with Gas Control on plant operations and inventory management, including vaporization requirements and liquefaction operations.
Maintain working relationships with public and local safety officials and Eversource Gas Operations, and provide updates on relevant LNG/LPG activity.
Develop, prepare, and manage capital, operations, and maintenance budgets for LNG/LPG facility operations.
Review and approve time and vehicle reports, purchase requisitions, and invoices in accordance with Eversource policies.
Schedule and monitor vehicle maintenance and repair.
Oversee control room operations and manage responses to emergency and alarm situations, including pressure, temperature, and flow alarms.
Oversee plant activities.
Fill in for shift work as needed.
Respond to emergency restoration assignments as required.